Removing The Microprocessor Module - Dell Inspiron 8500 Service Manual

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Microprocessor Module
Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500/8600 Service Manual

Removing the Microprocessor Module

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as the back panel) on the computer.
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screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor.
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1. Follow the instructions in
2. Remove the keyboard.
3. Remove the fan.
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oils in your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.
4. Remove the
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5. To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.
1 screwdriver
(perpendicular to
microprocessor)
2 ZIF-socket cam screw
3 ZIF socket
4 pin-1 corner
NOTE: The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the microprocessor to the system board. Take note of the arrow on the ZIF-socket cam screw, which indicates
the direction to turn the cam screw.
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Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such
Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the microprocessor down on the substrate on which the die is mounted while turning the cam
To avoid damage to the microprocessor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the microprocessor when turning the cam screw.
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To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly. The
microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly.
When removing the microprocessor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the microprocessor module.
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